jkomiskey wrote:...Given what she knows, the route and times are completely feasible but difficult...
I agree with all the postings so far.
Nobody here knows you or what your expertise is. So if something I/we say sounds condescending, it's simply for safety reasons.
Yeah well....The "Customer Service Office"? what
exactly does she know about that route?
You need to call the Polebridge Ranger Station and if possible, talk to Reggie Altop.
Reggie has been a GNP Ranger out there for 30 years.
If Reggie isn't available, ask to speak to a ranger who has done that route under the current conditions.
And who knows what conditions are likely to obtain around July 1....that's always a tough call given the vagaries of the weather.
Bottom line is you need to talk with Backcountry Office personnel who have actually done that route in winter conditions and...
with respect...not someone in the Customer Service Office.
my 2 cents
pete
PS
Now, if you're a backpacker/explorer who has climbed and hiked the Himalayas, etc.
Then you should be good!